AVPro Edge presents a stable alternative to HDMI over IP with Cloud
9. The AC-MX9XHDL-HDBT is a unique piece of technology that allows you
to take 9 inputs and distribute them to almost limitless outputs by
adding or stacking additional units. Get all of the stuff you love from
AV over IP and more with none of the headaches, including Matrixing
Quad-View, 9-Source Multiview, Actual Instant Matrix Switching (AIMS),
IR & RS232 control of the displays, and more.

Utilizing
uncompressed HDBaseT Technology, this system will truly shine and give
you actual lossless images on screen and perform more reliably, making
it ideal for low-no maintenance setups. No network switch is required,
making this solution a very quick and efficient installation option in
larger AV systems. In addition, you will have access to dual, front
panel, color screens to further simplify the setup process. One screen
is for Source Preview and the other is used for Settings.

For
control, Cloud 9 features a host of ready made 3rd party control
drivers (C4, RTI, Crestron, ELAN Coming Soon) along with a robust API
for universal implementation. Additionally, with Routable IR &
RS232 you can control the displays (Power on, power off) with by using
same HDBaseT CAT cable runs already in place.

Control System:

Diagrams:

Features

Instant Matrix Switching w/ AIMS Technology

9-Source, Unlimited Outputs

Robust HDBaseT Technology

Matrixable Quad View

9-Source Multiview

Dynamic Video Walls (W/ DigiBird)

Dual Color LCD Screens for Setup

Instantly jump form Multiview/Quadview to Single image

IR, RS-232, or Ethernet Control

IR, RS-232 Passthrough to Displays/Projectors

Key Features:

AIMS:
"Actual Instant Matrix Switching" allows the Cloud 9 to instantly
display any of the sources on any display with no delay from button push
to switch. Additionally, AIMS allows you to switch in and out of
multiview mode instantly.

MATRIXABLE QUAD-VIEW:
This function allows you to utilize a larger display or projector to
show either one source at a time or 4 sources at a time. In this mode
you can matrix each quadrant individually or display one source full
screen...all instantly.

9-SOURCE MULTIVIEW: View
all 9 sources on any display, ideal for large projectors, confidence
monitors and eye catching dynamic video walls with a DigiBird Processor.

IR & RS-232 MATRIX & DISPLAY CONTROL:
Not only can you control the matrix itself with these protocols, you
have the ability to control the displays/projectors for things like
power on/off without running extra wires. This often overlooked feature
is fully implemented in the Cloud 9.

CASCADE:
Increase the size of you matrix to limitless proportions by simply
adding additional units. They only take up 1U rack space and each unit
adds 9 more outputs to your system.

FPGA BACKBONE:
We get asked all the time how is this possible with traditional HDMI
distribution methods, and the answer is simple. While it feels simple
to the installer, tons of things are happening at once behind the
scenes. The signal is managed by our FPGA Modules which make for very
robust mission critical installations. Our FPGA Engineers are among the
best in the world and the Cloud 9 reflects this.

We are very satisfied with our latest deployment of multiple Cloud9 devices (9x18). The product works as advertised and integrated, via IP, with our RTI XP8s elegantly for control.

The matrix switches too fast (sarcasm). The switch was complete before our customer could look up from the control device. We had to add a delay so the customer could actually see the switch to prevent their confusion. A fantastic problem to have! It switches immediately with no distortion, color bars, snow or interference like other switches we've used. Top notch guys, well done.

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Their switchers are really fast and their product does what they say it will. A must have in any installation.